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- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Mindfulness practice
- Psychodynamic perspective
About Kristine
LCSW in Florida with three years of clinical experience, Kristine Bartos focuses on stress, anxiety, grief, depression, addictions, relationship and family concerns, parenting, career issues, trauma and intimacy-related problems. She blends cognitive behavioral work with mindfulness and psychodynamic ideas to help people understand how thoughts, feelings, and actions interact.
Kristine centers her practice on helping clients learn concrete skills. She uses cognitive behavioral techniques to map thought-behavior-emotion patterns and build new routines. She adds mindfulness practices to increase present-moment noticing and uses psychodynamic perspective when past experiences seem to shape current behavior.
Sessions are practical and goal-oriented. Kristine emphasizes coping skills for immediate relief alongside longer-term work on recurring patterns. She describes therapy as a mix of structured skill building and conversational reflection aimed at making measurable progress.
Her background includes a Master of Science in Social Work from Columbia University. She has worked in medical settings providing counseling and crisis intervention for people facing anxiety, depression, trauma, substance misuse, serious medical conditions, and life adjustments. That setting shaped an adaptable style for varied concerns.
Kristine works with adults and adolescents in clinical contexts and draws on motivational interviewing when readiness for change is central. She recommends combining approaches based on what a person needs in the moment. To begin, she asks clients to identify goals so sessions can focus on concrete steps toward those goals.
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How therapeutic approaches translate to online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify personal values and take action even when difficult thoughts or feelings appear. It focuses on learning to notice thoughts without being driven by them and can be useful for anxiety, stress, and life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) maps the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and teaches concrete skills such as thought records and behavior experiments to reduce distress. Mindfulness-based practices train present-moment attention and simple exercises that can reduce reactivity and improve emotional regulation.Deciding which approach to use is collaborative. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t helped before. Together they figure out which methods to emphasize, and adjustments are made as therapy progresses.
Confirm current session formats before booking, as specific delivery options are not listed here. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. These practical benefits help sessions become part of everyday life while focusing on skill practice, values-based action, and steady progress.
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Areas of expertise
Also works with
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
3+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, grief, depression, addictions, relationship and family issues, intimacy-related problems, parenting, career matters, trauma and compassion fatigue.
What is her therapeutic approach or style?
She uses cognitive behavioral methods as a foundation, with mindfulness practice, psychodynamic ideas, and motivational interviewing when useful. Sessions focus on skill building and practical steps.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has three years of professional experience working in clinical settings.
What are her credentials and where is she located?
She is an LCSW licensed in Florida and practices from that state.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the U.S. work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How do sessions and costs work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.